Olmis 1 MG Capsule

Description

Olmis 1 MG Capsule is an immuno-suppressant which is used in kidney, liver, and heart transplant patients. It should be used under the supervision of a qualified physician. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary while receiving this medicine.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Olmis 1 MG Capsule

In addition to its intended effect, Olmis 1 MG Capsule may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately.

Abdominal pain severe

Diarrhea severe

Dizziness severe

Headache severe

Swelling of feet or lower legs severe

Blurred vision severe

Sweating severe

Weight loss severe rare

Acid or sour stomach

Loss of strength

Body pain

Scaly skin

severe

Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.

rare

Observed in a small fraction of population.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

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Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Olmis 1 MG Capsule

Onset of action

The effect of this medication can be observed in 0.5 to 6 hours.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 4 days for an immediate release tablet and 3 to 5 days for an extended release tablet.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is known to excreted in breast milk. It is not recommended in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Olmis 1 MG Capsule

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Olmis 1 MG Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Olmis 1 MG Capsule

Olmis 1 MG Capsule is used to reduce the immune response of the body in organ transplant patients.

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When not to use?

Contraindications for Olmis 1 MG Capsule

Allergy

Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Olmis 1 MG Capsule.

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Dosage

Missed / Overdose instructions

Missed Dose

Overdose

If you miss a dose of Olmis 1 MG Capsule, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

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Interactions

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you’re at risk of a drug interaction.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Amlodipine

moderate

Carbamazepine

moderate

Live vaccines

severe

Neomycin

severe

Other Interactions

Disease

Food

Lab Test

Diabetes Mellitus

severe

This medicine may cause a condition called post-transplant insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. Insulin should be administered in these patients. Close monitoring of glucose levels is necessary.

This is not an exhaustive list of interactions. Always inform your doctor beforehand about your medical history and current medications.

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General Instructions

Take Olmis 1 MG Capsule under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time every day. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.

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Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is known to excreted in breast milk. It is not recommended in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Black box warnings

Increased risk of development of lymphoma and other malignancies, particularly of the skin, due to immunosuppression.
Increased susceptibility to bacterial, viral, fungal, and protozoal infections, including opportunistic infections.
Only physicians experienced in immunosuppressive therapy and management of organ transplant patients should prescribe tacrolimus. Patients receiving the drug should be managed in facilities equipped and staffed with adequate laboratory and supportive medical resources. The physician responsible for maintenance therapy should have complete information requisite for the follow-up of the patient

General warnings

Malignancy

This medicine may increase the risk of lymphoma and other malignancies. Doctors should inform patients about these risks and advise the patient to [revent exposure of the sunlight by wearing protective clothes.

Serious infections

The chances of occurring infections are more in the patients receiving this medicine. Hold the treatment and start with the broad-spectrum antibiotics if there are any signs and symptoms of fever. Close monitoring of the body temperature and the blood cell count is necessary.

Liver impairment

This medicine is not recommended in the patients with a history of liver impairment. The concentration of this medicine may increase in these patients. The baseline of the liver function tests should be obtained before starting the treatment.

Kidney impairment

This medicine is not recommended in the patients with a history kidney impairment. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary. The dose should be adjusted based on the creatine clearance (CrCl).

Hypertension

Use with caution in hypertensive patients. Appropriate antihypertensives should be administered to control the blood pressure. Do not use medicine that may increase the potassium levels.

Hyperkalemia

This medicine may increase the levels of potassium in the body and may increase the risk of arrhythmia. Close monitoring of potassium levels is necessary. Medicines that can increase the potassium levels like ACE inhibitors and potassium-sparing diuretics should be avoided.

Disclaimer

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